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Tom Waits' 'Bad as Me' ReviewA review of Tom Waits' latest album, "Bad As Me."- Tom Waits New Album, 'Bad as Me,' Due Out in October; Not so Fast Says Warner MusicA brief look at the beautiful, mysterious, music of Tom Waits and the reports of his new album Bad as Me due out later this year.
The Truth According to Tom Waits - House Where Nobody LivesA Brief Commentary of the Tom Waits Song House Where Nobod Lives.- The Best of Tom WaitsFind out which tracks are the "must hear" tunes in the artist's lengthy discography
Tom Waits Gets into the Hall: BDT and WHAT?A fitting tribute to a deserving artist- (Video) Tom Waits, LL Cool J, Bon Jovi Among Rock and Roll Hall of Fame NomineesTom Waits is on the list of this year's nominees for induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. The rest of the list includes: Alice Cooper, the Beastie Boys, Bon Jovi, Chic, Neil Diamond, Donovan, Dr. John, the J. Geils Band....
- MOJO Magazine Turns 200 with Guest Editor Tom WaitsMOJO Magazine has delivered the best heaping serving of music and art goodness for 17 years, and 199 issues. To make a big splash to celebrate their 200th issue, who did they choose to be the guest editor? None other than Tom Waits!
- A Brief Guide to the Music of American Legend Tom WaitsA brief guide to the music of American legend Tom Waits - written by a fan and admirer for many years.
Tom Waits: Ten Songs for the New ListenerIn order to provide an introduction to the music of Tom Waits, the author has listed his ten favorite songs by the musician. The songs showcase Waits' multiple styles and influences.
80s Music Review: Tom Waits SwordfishtrombonesSwordfishtrombones was released in 1983, but the sounds coming out of this recording are definitely not what I think of when thinking '80s music. This was also the first record produced by Waits himself.- Tom Waits: Rain Dogs ReviewFrom the gravel voice of Tom Waits comes the album Rain Dogs which is an absolute masterpiece of rustic quirky tunes that establish Tom as one of the best story telling musicians.
- Top Ten Best Tom Waits SongsTom Waits is one of the best songwriters of the last 30 years. Here are 10 of the best songs he's ever written, complete with the best line of lyrics from each one.
- Do You Know Who Tom Waits Is? Well Maybe You ShouldThe magic Tom Waits creates, that only a few really enjoy. Once you go Waits you can never go back.
- Scarlett Johansson, Tom Waits, and Other Celebrity CrossoversA lot of celebrities have attempted to crossover into other sectors of the entertainment industry
Tom Waits' Top 10 SongsTom Waits, the junkyard poet, is also one of the most prolific and profound songwriters alive. Here are his 10 most meaningful and memorable works.- Ten Best Songs by Tom WaitsMy picks for the artist's ten best songs
CD Review - Tom Waits' OrphansTom Waits' new 3 disc album, Orphans, is one of the most engaging albums you'll hear this year.- The Lack of Urgency in Today's MusicI don't see urgency in today's music. I don't see the movement; from the musicians or the audience. Something, someday, will wake us all up, and when that happens, here are some of the names in music that people will find.
- Top Ten Songs by Tom WaitsTom Waits is a gravel voiced American singer and songwriter known for his dark catalogue of songs that tell the tales of desperate and seedy characters. Through it all, Tom Waits continues to bring the grit, and the tenderness, that made him famous.
- The Top Albums of 2011It’s been an interesting year for music, to say the least.
The Playlist: Songs from My Favorite Male VocalistsFeaturing: Geddy Lee, Nick Cave, Tom Waits, Greg Dulli, Shannon Hoon, Brad Roberts, Nick Torres, Mark Knopfler, Dave Gilmour & more
No Secrets in the Internet GenerationIn this modern world, the charming thing is to look back at recent history and scoff at how little we actually knew.
A Complete Review of the 2011 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame CeremonyInductees Include: Neil Diamond, Tom Waits, Darlene Love, Dr. John, Leon Russell, Alice Cooper -- -- . Presenters & Performers Include: Elton John, John Legend, Bette Midler, John Mayer, Paul Simon, Rob Zombie, Neil Young, Bruce Springsteen & More.
Celebrities With Strange Musical Side ProjectsProfiles of celebrity musical side projects that were confusing, calamitous or just poorly conceived, including perplexing works by Jada Pinkett-Smith, and Scarlett Johanssen.- October Competition Will Be Judged by Famous Singer SongwritersThe 9th annual International Songwriting Competition (ISC) is being judged by famous singer songwriters and industry professionals October 6, 2010. Entries being accepted online.
- Top Five Songs for Whiskey DrinkersA list of the best songs to go with a glass of Scotch.
- Rick's Picks Vol. 2: MusicEver wonder what's a good band to listen to? Do you get bored with your current playlist of songs and want to extend your music library? If so I have a few bands you may want to check out.
Scarlett Jonansson's Debut Album: Anywhere I Lay My HeadOn 2007 Scarlett Johansson decided to try her chances on music, the result: 2008 record Anywhere I lay my head. The sexiest woman ever shows that she isn't just a good actress and puts the scripts a side to stand in front of a band.- Cool Driving Music : 10 Best Albums for Driving and Why They Rock for RoadtripsEvery road trip needs a soundtrack. Just like in movies, music can help set the scene. These are my picks for best driving music, 10 albums for driving that will rock your trip.
- "Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?": Its Impact on America and American MusiciansThis article is about the song "Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?" It discusses why it was written and the impact on the country and music.
- The Music ExperienceWhen music becomes the soundtrack to your life, all you have to do is press play.
- Hollywood Stars Who Began as MusiciansIn Vaudeville, there was no difference between actors and singers. Performers were performers. Entertainers did not specialize. Today, actors and musicians do specialize. Most often a person is either an actor or a musician. But there are exceptions.
Top 10 Albums of the DecadeThe 10 best albums released between 2000 and 2009, plus ten runners-up.- Odd Man Out 12Read the whole series. They're cheaper by the dozen.
- Valentine's Day Blues: Ode to Tom WaitsThis is a poem for people whose love is in the blues. Tom Waits did a album called "Blue Valentine," and the song by that name inspired this poem.
Singers/actors Who Become Actors/singersScarlett Johansson sings Tom Waits and I don't like it.- Music to a Baby's EarsWhether you're trying to come up with a gift idea for a newborn, a child's birthday, Christmas, or another holiday, there are gift ideas beyond toys and clothes. What about music?
Top Ten Music Tracks 2006The year 2006 had some of the greatest songs released. Crazy, When the Deal Goes Down, The Sea of Love, Talk, Move, We Ride, Sex 'N' Money,Orange County Girl,How to Save a Life and some great retro music.- Tournament of Singer-songwriter HeavyweightsTop singer-songwriters go head-to-head in battle to determine who is the best living artist of that category.
Damian Knapp's Will You Cry When I Die?I must tip my hat to Damian, this is not your typical album in the lyrical sense